10 quick thoughts on the Vikings loss to the 49ers in Week 12

More quick thoughts from Minnesota’s loss to San Francisco

Have we seen that last of Bradbury?: Despite being healthy enough to play, the Vikings decided not to start Garrett Bradbury at center for the second week in a row. Minnesota stuck with Mason Cole at center on Sunday, and at this point, it seems like Bradbury will only find his way back onto the field if someone goes down with an injury.

Cook going down is a concern: Near the end of the third quarter, Vikings running back Dalvin Cook went down with a shoulder injury. Cook had to be carted off the field, and with him being such a huge part of Minnesota’s offense, his status is definitely going to be something to keep an eye on.

Speaking of injuries: During their matchup against the 49ers, the Vikings also saw linebacker Anthony Barr and rookie left tackle Christian Darrisaw leave the game due to injury. Like Cook, both Barr and Darrisaw are important pieces of Minnesota’s roster, so the severity of their injuries will be something to pay attention to.

Minnesota’s offense getting more creative: Not only did we see the Vikings call a flea-flicker for what seemed like the first time in forever, but we also saw a play on Sunday that had Justin Jefferson throwing a pass to Dalvin Cook. Minnesota’s offense is continuing to get more innovative as each week passes by.